Patricia Scales

About me

I've been a career educator for over 20 years. I currently serve as the Academic Coordinator for Brookstone College of Business and continue to be active in the classroom as a Business Instructor. My motto is "A student doesn't care how much you know, until they know how much you care." I was honored to receive the Career College Association National Teacher of the Year award in 2001. I just love teaching!

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Victor, Puncuality and organization are two strong attributes of an instructor. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Michael, Why do you feel this is owed to students? Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Tammy, What kind of examples do you give to exemplify a professional image? Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Sandra, What type of icebreakers do you use? Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Maria, The different versions should not be a secret. I like how you make your students aware of the variations. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Tammie, I love the guessing game! It is applicable to xrays! Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Kham, An instructor must have a very high level of confidence as well as prepare greatly in order to minimize instructor anxiety. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Sohphia, What about these three areas? Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Ron, Students want to hear your personal stories that pertain to the lesson. Students have a genuine interest in instructors real stories. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Johnna, Students should never be given any inclination that you are their friend because as you have stated, they will want preferential treatment. Patricia

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